Hock Lee Bus Riots

The Hock Lee Bus Riots occurred in Singapore in 1955, sparked by a dispute between bus company workers and management, involving issues like workers' rights and pay. Tensions escalated after a strike, leading to violent clashes between protesting workers and police. The riots resulted in injuries and property damage, highlighting the growing tension between labor and authorities during Singapore’s path toward decolonization and independence. They signaled the importance of improving workers’ conditions and played a role in Singapore’s social and political development.